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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, June 16, 2021 A-11 OBITUARIES Submit obituaries: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: obits@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg Deadline: 5 p.m. on Monday Benefits of game play for kids Parents walk a fine line when trying to determine how much time to allow their kids to engage in game play. Game play has traditionally had a bad reputation, but par- ents can rest assured that by letting their children get in- volved in entertaining games of all types, including video games, they're actually help- ing their youngsters in vari- ous ways. 1. Board games pres- ent chances for learning. Board games are some of the first games young chil- dren get to play, and they can serve as introductions to les- sons kids will ultimately learn in school. Simple games help children follow directions, learn colors, numbers, and develop hand-eye coordina- tion, according to Scholas- tic. As kids age and games become more challenging, the chances for learning in- crease. 2. Games help with physical development. Par- enting magazine reports that outdoor play entices children to be active and can boost fit- ness and physical stamina. All types of games work the body by strengthening mus- cles and bones. Being out- doors in the fresh air and sun- shine is good for the body and mind. When a child is physi- cally fit, he or she also may have a strong immune system that reduces the risk of devel- oping diseases like obesity or diabetes later in life. 3. Games can boost cre- ativity. Whether they're fol- lowing the rules or finding ways to circumvent them, games offer opportunities for children to delve into their creative sides and uti- lize their imaginations. Vid- eo games can immerse them in different worlds where they can ponder the what-ifs of role play. 4. Boost interest in school subjects. Certain video games depict historical settings or events that drive the play. Players may want to learn more about these situa- tions and events. In addition, sparking an interest in vari- ous subjects and keeping the mind active can improve ba- sic cognitive functions, states the pregnancy and childcare resource Maternity Glow. 5. Games allow for broadened social activity. Much in the way that game nights can help adults bond and make new friends, chil- dren who play games togeth- er may be able to meet oth- ers and engage with kids their age due to this shared interest. Children can benefit from game play in ways that might surprise their parents. Obituary Deadline Every Monday at 5 p.m. Steve Arnold Jan. 13, 1952 - Dec. 10, 2020 Please join us for the on Sunday, June 27, 2021 Pride's Creek Golf Course Club House in Petersburg Open House from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Celebration of Steve's Life In Loving Memory Everyone is Welcome PEACE of MIND Let our 130 years of experience aid you in your selection of a meaningful memorial. SCHUM MONUMENTS, INC. Dale, Indiana www.SchumMonuments.com 812-937-4921 Local Representative RONALD WOODS 812-789-2009 Locally Owned & Operated | Dr. Clint Shoultz 715 S. 9th Street, Petersburg | 812-354-9400 Mon. 8-7 | Tues. 8-noon | Wed. 10-7 | Thurs. 8-5 | Fri. 8-5 SAVE 25% on all non-prescription designer sunglasses SUNGLASSES SALE SUNGLASSES SALE Need prescription sunglasses? These frames take prescrip- tion lenses, too! Need prescription sunglasses? These frames take prescrip- tion lenses, too! Buy 1 pair prescription sunglasses, get the second at HALF PRICE! * *Insurance accepted. 2nd pair doesn't have to be prescription. COACH EYEWEAR DALE A. McCR ARY Dale A. McCrary, 84, of Pe- tersburg, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2021. He was born on November 1, 1936, to Rufus M. McCrary and Christine S. Belcher Mc- Crary. He started working on a farm at age 12. He graduat- ed from Monroe City High School in 1954. He was draft- ed into the Army while work- ing at Brown Shoe Factory in Vincennes in 1956. He was honorably discharged in Feb- ruary 1961. He married Ruby on March 9, 1961, and went back to farming. He worked at Whirlpool in Evansville for 20 years and then at Indi- anapolis Power and Light un- til his retirement in December 2001. He was active in church as song leader, and Sunday school and Bible teacher. He is survived by his lov- ing wife, Ruby (Hill) Mc- Crary, of 60 years; daugh- ters, Lori (Mark) Deffen- doll, Marla (Shane) Raley and Melinda (Dana) Wright; grandchildren, Krystle (Aar- on) Barrett, Kelsey (Tyler) Messer, Cheyenne Mapes, Dakota (Bailey) Raley, Bran- don (Liz) Benton and Gracie Wright; great-grandchildren, Draven, Mason, Jayden, Wy- att, Landon, Layton, Hannah, Braxton, Brantley and Ayla. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Ju- lie Dawn McCrary Benton; and three brothers. Services were at 2 p.m. EDT on Friday, June 11, 2021, at the Apostolic Lighthouse Church, 5004 S. Monroe School Rd., Monroe City, with Reverends Robert Russell and Kevin Ben- ton officiating. Burial followed at Walnut Hills Cemetery in Petersburg. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until service time on Friday at the church. Harris Funer- al Home was entrusted with his care. SHARON K AYE JOHNS Sharon Kaye Johns, 75, of Oakland City, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021, at Dea- coness Gateway Hospital. She was born Feb. 9, 1946, in Pike County, to the late Coy and Ruth (Block) Hall. She was a member of the Winslow High School Class of 1964. She previously worked at Whirlpool and retired from Hansen. She enjoyed being outside, especially when rid- ing in her golf cart. She is survived by her daughters, Christina Ruth Nolan and Andrea Denise Taborn; two granddaugh- ters; one grandson; two great-granddaughters; and one great-grandson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walden Johns. There will be no services at this time. A Celebration of Life will be at a later date. Arrange- ments are being handled by Ziemer Funeral Home North Chapel in Evansville. Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneral- home.com. STEPHANIE S. JONES Stephanie S. Jones, 40, of Oakland City, entered rest on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville. She was born on July 21, 1980, in Oakland City. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her hus- band of 24 years, Chris Jones; children, Sydney and Jesse Jones, of Oakland City; moth- er, Michelle Young Willis; and brother, Hunter Young, of Oakland City. Serves were at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 14, 2021, at 2 p.m. at the Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Darin D. Nosset officiating. Burial followed in Montgom- ery Cemetery. Visitation was from noon until service time on Monday at the chapel. Family and friends may send messages of comfort to www.lambbasham.com. LOREN R AY HASH Loren Ray Hash, 80, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at the Golden Living Center in Petersburg. Born December 7, 1940, in Greene County, he was the son of Paul Byers and Naomi Faye (Hardsty) Hash. He moved to Petersburg in 1995. He was a resident of the Pike County Area Rehabilita- tion Center (PCARC) residen- tial home program. He lived and worked with PCARC un- til 2013, when he retired and moved to the Golden Living Center. He had many adventures with his PCARC family. He was able to travel and share in new experiences. At Gold- en Living Center, he became a "regular" at the many resi- dent activities, especially Bin- go. One of his favorite past times was to sit outside with his fellow residents, talking and watching the cars go by. He was loved and cared for by many wonderful peo- ple at both PCARC and Gold- en Living Center. The fam- ily is extremely grateful for all of those who afforded him their love and support over the years. He was truly blessed. He is survived by one sis- ter, Claudine Rose, of Lin- ton; nephews, Joe (Linda) Hash, of Linton, and Russell Hash, of Owensburg; and niec- es, Susan ( Wes) Schroyer, of Bloomfield, Marsha Mundy, of Springville, and Lisa (Karen) Rose, of Hampton, Va. He was proceeded in death by his parents; his brothers, Garrell and Ivan "Tucker" Hash; and his sister, Pauline Hampton. Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at the Walnut Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Wednes- day at Jenkins Funeral Home. The family requests donations be given to the Walnut Grove Cemetery in lieu of flowers. HELEN M. ONYET T Helen M. Onyett, 86, of Pe- tersburg, passed away June 15, 2021. She was born January 10, 1935, in Petersburg, to Crodel and Noma (Frentress) Gross. She married her husband of 67 years, Robert P. Onyett, on Ju- ly 25, 1953. She worked as a secretary at the family business, Onyett Fabricators. She was a faith- ful member of the Petersburg Free Methodist Church. She is survived by her hus- band, Robert P. Onyett; sons, Jack (DeeDee) Onyett, Bobby (Colleen) Onyett, Kerry (Tri- sha) Onyett, Brad (Stephanie) Onyett and Michael ( Jackie) Onyett; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one grandson; five brothers; and one sister. A graveside service will take place at 10 a.m. EDT on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at Walnut Hills Cemetery in Pe- tersburg, with Pastors Paul Newton and Mark Schlechty officiating. Harris Funeral Home is entrusted with her care. SHIRLEY S. GR AHAM Shirley S. Graham, 82, of Petersburg, passed away June 15, 2021, in Evansville. She was born March 25, 1939, in Washington, to Rob- ert and Genevieve (Miley) Ari- son. She was a loving mother and housewife. She was a faithful life member of the Peters- burg Free Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school for 50 years, creating home videos of Jesus Christ and Scooby Doo for the chil- dren during COVID. She is survived by her daughter, Theresa Drieman; sister, Paula (Denny) Cox; half-sisters Sherry Ramsey, Karen Weatherholt and Fran McIntire; half-brother, Don Arison; nieces, Gena Ruppel and Denise Ballard; and one nephew, Dennis Cox, Jr. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Con- nie Graham; son, Terry Gra- ham; her parents; and her brother, Bobby Arison. Services will be at 1 p.m. EDT on Monday, June 21, 2021, at Petersburg Free Methodist Church in Peters- burg, with Pastor Paul New- ton and Mark Schlechty of- ficiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hills Cemetery in Pe- tersburg Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time on Monday at the church. Har- ris Funeral Home is entrust- ed with her care. GABC reports first quarter 2021 earnings German American Ban- corp, Inc. (NASDAQ: GABC) reported first quarter 2021 earnings of $19.6 million, or $ 0.74 per share. This level of strong quarterly earnings represented an increase of $7.1 million, or approximate- ly 57 percent on a per share basis, from 2020 first quarter earnings of $12.5 million, or $ 0.47 per share. The first quarter 2021 earnings growth was driv- en by a number of factors including improved net in- terest income, lower provi- sion for credit losses and in- creased non-interest revenue which was partially offset by a modestly higher level of non-interest expense. Net in- terest income increased $2.7 million in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the same period of 2020. This increase was attributable to a $766 mil- lion, or 19 percent, increase in average total interest earn- ing assets in the first quarter 2021 relative to that in the first quarter of 2020 partial- ly offset by a reduction in the level of the Company's net in- terest margin to 3.41 percent in 2021 from 3.74 percent in 2020. Mark A. Schroeder, Ger- man American's Chairman and CEO, stated, "A fter an extremely challenging 2020, due to a myriad of issues asso- ciated with the pandemic, we are very pleased to have been able to start off 2021 with ex- tremely solid and strong first quarter performance. Free Methodist VBS Pre-schoolers listen and take part as VBS director Annita Henson shares a Bible lesson with them. Petersburg Free Methodist Church hosted Vacation Bible School on Saturday afternoon, June 12, for 21 children, ages 3 through 7th grade. The children took part in singing, a Bible lesson, water games, lunch and a snack. A weekly Wednesday evening youth program is being planned for pre-school through high school ages, beginning in late August.